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What words can you use instead of smile?

Here are some words you can use instead of "smile," depending on the context and the nuance you want to convey:

General Happiness:

* Grin

* Beam

* Laugh

* Chuckle

* Giggle

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* More subtle/shy:

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* More intense/forceful:

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* More thoughtful/serene:

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* More playful:

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* More mischievous:

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* More sarcastic/ironic:

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* More concerned/sympathetic:

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More Specific Emotions:

* Joy: radiate, exude, bask, delight

* Contentment: ease, serenity, peace, bliss

* Amusement: chortle, titter, snicker

* Triumph: exult, revel, rejoice

* Love: glow, blush, beam

* Sorrow: grimace, wince, frown

* Anger: glower, scowl, sneer

Other Options:

* Physical descriptions: curl up lips, turn up corners of mouth, show teeth

* Figurative language: light up, bloom, radiate joy

* Action verbs: laugh, giggle, chuckle, grin

The best word to use will depend on the specific situation and the emotion you want to express.

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